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Wheelchair user Alan Fay pictured waiting for a bus

Disability access to public transport 'chaotic', says IWA

There is an "inconsistent and chaotic" approach to disability access in public transportation, according to a new report from the Irish Wheelchair Association.

Ireland • 27 Feb 24

Day centres and administrative buildings will not open due to the strike action

Tánaiste appeals for use of WRC in IWA pay dispute

The Tánaiste has appealed for both sides in the dispute at the Irish Wheelchair Association to use the Workplace Relations Commission to find a solution.

Ireland • 05 Jul 22

Worry for service users ahead of strike at IWA

Service users who rely on the Irish Wheelchair Association say they are worried ahead of a planned strike next week by workers at the organisation.

Ireland • 30 Jun 22

SIPTU says its members have not received a pay increase for 14 years

SIPTU confirms strike at Irish Wheelchair Association

SIPTU members employed by the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) are to go on strike on Tuesday 5 July as part of a pay dispute.

Ireland • 26 Jun 22

Rosemary Keogh, CEO of the Irish Wheelchair Association with Niall Carson, Country Manager of Free Now

Free Now teams up with Irish Wheelchair Association

Taxi app Free Now has agreed a new long-term partnership with the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) to help improve transport accessibility in Ireland.

Business • 07 Jul 21

Over 66% reported difficulties in accessing public buildings, including healthcare, retail and leisure facilities

Most wheelchair users have difficulty on pathways - IWA

A survey by the Irish Wheelchair Association has found that the majority of its members face difficulties navigating pavements, parking and pedestrian crossings.

Ireland • 10 Nov 20

'I'm not hopeful the budget will deliver for my family'

From increasing housing supports, to abolishing VAT on condoms - the people of Ireland have varying hopes for Budget 2021.

Business • 10 Oct 20

Stevo Timothy is back on a bicycle for the first time in years

Galway comedian attempting challenging charity cycle

Irish comedian Stevo Timothy, who has incomplete paraplegia following a motorbike accident in 2015, is attempting to complete a charity cycle in aid of the Irish Wheelchair Association.

Ireland • 26 May 20